On March 11, 1917, the Folia, was en route from New York to Bristol, and traveling off the coast of County Cork when she was torpedoed and sunk by the German submarine U-53 with...
With an abundance of wonderful sea views, beautiful beaches, and heritage-laden shores as far as the eye can see, the temptation to stay longer in Ardmore in County Waterford is practically impossible to resist....
On March 11, 2017, we will reach the 100 year anniversary of the sinking of the Folia. She was torpedoed by the German submarine U-53 with the loss of seven lives off the coast of Ardmore....
Continuing our series on the sinking of the Folia on March 11th, 1917 off the coast of Ardmore, we include two films that we hope you find of interest. Both films offer rare glimpses...
So often, discussions about shipwrecks give a sense of adventure and even treasure on the high seas. But, these images understandably come crashing down when you hear more of the lives lost at sea....
Over the years of WWI and WWII, many ships fell victim to the destructive power of submarine attack along the coastline of Ireland. And, nowadays we look out to sea enjoying the coastlines and...
No trip to Ardmore is complete without exploring the stories of the wrecks that litter it’s coastline. And, one of the most vivid accounts is that of the loss of the Schooner Teaser. Not...
Step into history and read all about the famous Rocket Crew of Ardmore. Meet the men that risked their own lives to save others The Ardmore Rocket Crew By James T. Quain (Originally Online...
Heritage / People / Shipwrecks
Set high on a cliff overlooking Ardmore Beach and Bay, this building was constructed on the Odell Estate for the coastguards in 1867. Today the old coastguard station still sits in splendid isolation and...
Fishing / Heritage / People / Shipwrecks
Ardmore is a seaside village in County Waterford. It is located 40 miles between both Cork and Waterford and Clonmel. And, it forms part of Ireland’s Ancient East Trail. Ardmore’s name comes from the...
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